Flashback to Kid Flash

    By chrisbignall

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    27 May, 2024

    a man sitting in a chair in a library with a book in his lap and a lot of books on the shelves, F. Scott Hess, photorealism, a hyperrealistic painting, western comic book art

    Chris, a 41-year-old comic book enthusiast, was sitting in his study room, engrossed in his newly acquired 'Flash' comic book.

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    As he was reading, a strange phenomenon occurred. The pages of the comic book began to glow, and Chris found himself transformed into a 15-year-old boy. His clothes also changed, matching the attire of Wally West, the Kid Flash, from the comic book.

    a man in a flash suit is walking down the street in a city with tall buildings and cars on the street, Everett Warner, superflat, a comic book panel, vfx

    Now in the vibrant cityscape, Chris looked around in awe. He was now Wally West, the Kid Flash. The bustling city, the towering buildings, everything seemed so different from his perspective as a 15-year-old superhero. with red hair

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    Suddenly, a ring appeared in his hand. As he put it on, he transformed again, this time into the Kid Flash with super speed. He could feel the rush of adrenaline and the power coursing through his veins.

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    Just then, he noticed smoke billowing from a nearby building. Without wasting a moment, Chris rushed towards the scene, ready to use his newfound powers to help those in need.

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    Using his super speed, he was able to rescue the trapped people and put out the fire. The crowd cheered for Kid Flash, filling Chris with a sense of accomplishment he had never experienced before.

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    Back in the peaceful cityscape, Chris took a moment to reflect on his experience. He had always admired superheroes, but being one was a whole different experience.

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    He then remembered the ring. He took it off and instantly, he transformed back into the 15-year-old Wally West. The costume disappeared, replaced by the clothes he wore before.

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    Suddenly, he was back in his study room, holding the comic book and the ring. He was Chris again, a 41-year-old man, but with memories of an experience that was nothing short of extraordinary.

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    He looked at the comic book and the ring, then at his reflection in the mirror. He smiled, realizing that even though he was not a superhero, he had experienced what it felt like to be one, if only for a while.

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    Chris decided to cherish the experience, keeping the comic book and the ring as reminders of his brief adventure as Kid Flash. And who knows, maybe one day he'll get to experience it again.

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    For now, he was content. After all, not everyone gets to live their dream, even if it was just for a moment. The day ended with Chris appreciating his ordinary life, knowing he had a secret that made it extraordinary.